“This is Christ’s church. There is a place for you here.”
Pastor Carol Yeager – Emmaus Lutheran Church in Orange City Florida
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Emmaus Lutheran Church began as a small mission congregation in 1979. On February 26, 1979, Emmaus met as a congregation for the first time. A planning committee was formed and preparations began for the congregation’s first worship services.
The first worship services were held in the DeBary Community Center in the “Four Townes” area of Central Florida. 170 people gathered for services. A Charter Roll was opened in September 1979 and 82 adults signed it.
Three months later Emmaus was formally organized by Dr. Yount, president of the Florida Synod. Response from early members was that of a “great spiritual success” and they voted unanimously to call Rev. Robert E. Kromer as the first pastor of Emmaus Church.
From there Emmaus strived to be self-supporting and raise funds in order to expand and grow. Early in 1982 a building committee was organized and by October of `83 new church facilities (three buildings set around a courtyard) were dedicated to the glory of God. With continued growth and interest, Emmaus became a member congregation of the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America).
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I want to share my passion for the Gospel that transforms lives. I feel the call to lead a congregation to reach into the community in new and creative ways, trying new approaches and risking the challenges and blessings that new people will bring to their ministry.
As an Air Force chaplain I received specialized training in a variety of areas, including counseling skills for individuals and couples, crisis management and providing spiritual care in a pluralistic setting to diverse groups of people. Although I am now retired from the Air Force Reserve I serve all people who seek spiritual care.
I am comfortable preaching and leading worship in a variety of settings from traditional Lutheran liturgy to a highly energetic free flowing gospel/contemporary style service. I preach and/or preside weekly at Holy Communion. In October of 2025, I am greatful to have received the opporntunity to serve as the Pastor of Emmaus Lutheran Church in Orange City, Florida. The congregation council approved my appointment and I am currently serving in a truly remarkable fellowship of believers here in Volusia County Florida. And remember to follow us on Facebook!